Arts on the Block
Arts on the Block by Bronx Council on the Arts funds artist fees for performances and creative programming at Bronx block parties and festivals to enhance local cultural engagement.
Funder: Bronx Council on the Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 | March 2027 | April 2027 | May 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per award; funds must be used for artist fees at Bronx block parties or single block festivals.
Summary: Supports artist fees for performances and arts activities at Bronx block parties and festivals to enhance community cultural engagement.
Key Information: This is a forecasted cycle; all deadlines are projected and subject to change.
Description
Arts on the Block is a grassroots grant initiative by the Bronx Council on the Arts (BCA) that provides small grants to support artist fees for creative programming at Bronx-based block parties and single block festivals. The program aims to help local organizations and block associations increase event attendance and enrich the cultural experience for the community. Funding is specifically for paying artists—such as DJs, musicians, dancers, spoken word performers, and similar—who will perform at these neighborhood events. Priority is given to smaller organizations and those new to BCA funding.
